Driving the Red Bull RB7 , Vettel secured 11 wins , 17 podiums, and a record-breaking 15 pole positions in a single season.
To combat a "drought" of on-track overtaking, several major technical shifts were implemented:
The 2011 Canadian Grand Prix is widely cited as one of the sport's greatest ever; Jenson Button won the four-hour, rain-interrupted race after charging from the back of the pack on the final lap. Revolutionary Rule Changes F1 2011 (Formula 1 2011)
Released by , the F1 2011 video game served as the official simulation of the season. F1 2011 Review - IGN
Pirelli replaced Bridgestone as the sole tire supplier, introducing faster-wearing rubber that forced more pit stops and varied strategies. Driving the Red Bull RB7 , Vettel secured
The Kinetic Energy Recovery System returned as an optional 80bhp boost, further increasing tactical complexity. F1 2011: The Video Game
Introduced for the first time in 2011, this driver-adjustable rear wing flap reduced drag on straights to facilitate overtaking. F1 2011 Review - IGN Pirelli replaced Bridgestone
While Vettel ran away with the title, Jenson Button ( McLaren ) finished second in the standings, followed by Vettel’s teammate Mark Webber in third.